Condor Ready Rubbed

Condor Ready Rubbed

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Rich Virginia meets Condor’s unmistakable floral signature in a robust classic prepared for effortless packing.

Virginia Ready Rubbed Floral Aromatic Full-Bodied
€17.40

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About This Product

Condor Ready Rubbed is a traditional full-bodied pipe tobacco built around matured Virginia leaf and Condor’s unmistakable floral aromatic character. The tobacco is pressed and sliced before being rubbed to a convenient consistency, retaining much of the richness associated with pressed tobacco while requiring minimal preparation before packing. 

Its mature Virginia foundation delivers earthy depth and natural sweetness, complemented by pronounced floral and liquor-like aromatics. The result is a robust, distinctive smoke with considerable flavour and a character firmly rooted in the traditional British and Irish style of aromatic pipe tobacco.

Once produced in Ireland, Condor Ready Rubbed is now manufactured in Poland by Japan Tobacco International (JTI).

AT A GLANCE

Country of Origin
Poland
Style
Aromatic
Cut
Ready Rubbed
Strength
Full
Weight
25 g
SKU
240065
Flavour Profile & Room Note

Flavour: Full and distinctive, with earthy, mature Virginia tobacco accompanied by pronounced floral sweetness and a liquor-like aromatic quality. The underlying tobacco remains substantial enough to hold its own against the flavouring.

Room Note: Pronounced and lingering, carrying the blend’s characteristic floral aromatics alongside a substantial tobacco presence. Published assessments vary considerably, making it more accurately described as noticeable than universally mild or discreet.

Smoking Character: Full-bodied and medium-to-strong, with a cool, relatively slow-burning character. Its combination of robust Virginia and assertive flavouring makes this a distinctly traditional aromatic rather than a light or delicately sweet blend.

Blend Components & Topping

Condor Ready Rubbed is a Virginia-based aromatic, made from matured Virginia tobacco that is pressed before being sliced and rubbed to its finished consistency. Its distinctive character comes from a pronounced traditional flavouring combining floral and liquor-like elements.  

  • Virginia: Provides a naturally sweet, earthy and substantial tobacco foundation.
  • Floral flavouring: Gives Condor its unmistakable perfumed aromatic character.
  • Liquor flavouring: Adds a deeper, slightly warming dimension to the topping.
  • Flavouring level: Medium to strong, remaining clearly present alongside the underlying Virginia tobacco.
Preparation & Storage

Preparation

  • The ready-rubbed format requires little preparation and can generally be packed directly from the pouch.
  • Gently loosen any compressed pieces before filling the bowl to maintain good airflow.
  • Check the moisture before packing; if the tobacco feels particularly damp, allow a bowlful a short period of airing.
  • Pack with a relatively light hand rather than compressing the tobacco firmly.
  • After the initial light, tamp gently and relight as required. A slow, measured cadence suits its full-bodied character and helps maintain an even burn.

Storage

  • Reseal the pouch promptly between uses.
  • For longer-lasting freshness after opening, transfer the tobacco to a clean, airtight glass jar.
  • Keep sealed tobacco in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and heat.
Delivery & Returns

We offer delivery options within Ireland, and to select international destinations. Delivery fees will be calculated at checkout, taking into account the items you select, and the delivery address. Learn more about our delivery options on our Shipping Information page.

If you change your mind after receiving or collecting your items, you can send them back for a refund or exchange. In line with consumer rights, we'll accept a return initiated within 14 days from when you received/collected your order. However, even if that has passed, you're still welcome to get in touch to discuss your options. Please note that certain items can only be returned unopened/unused – this includes consumables (e.g. cigars, bottles, pipe tobacco is sealed containers) and items meant for personal use (e.g. pipes). Learn more about our return policies on our Returns & Exchanges page.

Tax-free Info

Orders shipping outside of the EU can benefit from tax-free pricing. Non-EU visitors may see tax-free pricing displayed by default, while the final calculation is made at checkout, once the delivery address has been provided.

Please note that, unless specified otherwise at checkout, orders shipping outside of the EU may incur additional fees from customs authorities in the destination country. Where applicable, these will be due from the recipient on arrival.

ABOUT THE BRAND

Condor is a pipe tobacco brand historically associated with Gallaher, whose tobacco business began in Derry in 1857 and later expanded into Belfast. Condor also features in British advertising history through its “Condor moment” television campaign. The History of Advertising Trust preserves commercials from the campaign, including the 1980s “Submarine” advertisement, which received a Silver award at the 1986 British Arrows.

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